Illuminations: The Private Lives of Kings – Libraries Gave Us Power
Last night was the final episode in the wonderful BBC4 series "Illuminations: The Private Lives of Kings", in…
24 January 1536 – Henry VIII’s Jousting Accident
On the 24th January 1536 the 44 year old King Henry VIII had a serious jousting accident at…
The Boleyns and Religion Webinar
This Thursday, the 26th January, I will be holding a webinar (online talk) for Anne Boleyn Fellowship members…
War, Execution and Rebellion
Just a few "On this day in history" events to let you know about:- 1528 - Henry VIII…
Eustace Chapuys, Imperial Ambassador
Today I will be raising a glass and toasting Eustace Chapuys, Imperial Ambassador, because on this day in…
The Boleyn Festival, Blickling 2012
Today we have a guest post from Carole Richmond who is organising this year's Boleyn Festival at Blickling…
19 January 1547 – Execution of Henry Howard, Earl of Surrey
On this day in history, the 19th January 1547, the poet, courtier and soldier Henry Howard, Earl of…